Revolutionize Hiring with Scout Talent’s Enhanced SMS Features
We’re thrilled to announce our latest SMS enhancements, designed to streamline communication and create a more engaging hiring experience for candidates and hiring managers alike. Whether you’re seeking to improve consistency, automate workflows, or create a more personalised touch, these features are here to elevate your recruitment process. Free Enhancements Automated SMS Notifications: Candidates receive instant SMS updates when their applications are received. Status Change Updates: Notify candidates automatically when their application status changes (e.g. Hired, Offer Accepted). SMS Forwarding: Automatically forward application status updates to designated recipients. Smart Form Links: Send candidates or hiring managers links via SMS to complete smart forms. Interview and Event Invitations: Invite candidates to interviews or events effortlessly using SMS. Optional Branded SMS now available Use your own local number or a custom Sender ID (e.g. ScoutTalent) for a branded communication experience. Reduce per-message costs when sending out high volumes of SMS to candidates. How These Enhancements Transform Your Recruitment Process 1. Enhanced Customisation with Twilio Integration Integrating your Twilio account allows you to: Personalise your SMS sender ID for a more professional impression. Use alphanumeric codes to align your communication with your brand identity. This optional upgrade not only enhances your organisation’s image but also reduces per-message costs, making it a valuable investment for organisations with frequent SMS needs. 2. Consistent Messaging with Entity-Level SMS Templates Our new entity-level SMS templates enable businesses to: Standardise communication across hiring managers. Ensure a professional tone for every candidate interaction. These templates are also accessible via the Scout Talent App, empowering hiring managers to: Send initial reach-outs. Provide timely updates. Quickly shortlist candidates. 3. Automated SMS Workflows for Job Management Simplify job management with: Automated SMS notifications for application status changes. Configurable auto SMS forwarding to designated stakeholders. Tools to invite candidates to interviews and events via SMS, saving time and ensuring clarity. 4. Elevating the Candidate Journey Create a seamless and engaging experience for candidates by: Keeping them informed with timely SMS updates. Using placeholders in SMS templates for personalised communication. Inviting them to interviews or events directly via text, simplifying logistics. Benefits of the Enhanced SMS Features Efficiency: Automate communication workflows to reduce manual effort and save time. Consistency: Maintain a unified tone and messaging across your organisation. Mobile-Friendly: Ensure a streamlined experience for hiring managers and candidates, wherever they are. SMS Enhancements in the Scout Talent App Get even more out of the Scout Talent App with our SMS enhancements. Unlock even more flexibility for hiring managers who need to: Initiate candidate communication via SMS. Access standardised SMS templates for consistent messaging. Provide updates on the go. Ready to Activate These Features? If you’re ready to transform your hiring process with these SMS enhancements or have any questions, let us know! Our team is here to guide you through activation and ensure you get the most out of these features.
January Release Notes 2025
Welcome to the January edition of our release notes! We’re excited to share the latest enhancements, quality of life improvements, and bug fixes that aim to make your experience with Scout Talent even better. Copy Email Button: Added a button to copy email addresses directly from the new application page, streamlining communication workflows. Smart Form SMS Alert: Receive an alert when attempting to send a form via SMS without the necessary smart form placeholder. Candidate Titles: Candidate names on the new application page now include their titles (e.g., Dr., Prof.) for better context. Document Upload Limit Message: An error message now notifies users if the combined size of uploaded documents exceeds the 18 MB limit. Manual Login Reset: Admins can now manually reset accounts locked due to excessive login attempts. Indeed Sponsorship Notification: A new checkbox allows clients to notify their customer success manager about jobs to be sponsored on Indeed. Unlimited Login Attempts Blocked: Implemented a security enhancement to prevent attackers from attempting unlimited login attempts. UK Career Portal Domain: Launched an “applyfirst.uk” domain for UK-based clients. Formatting for Checkbox Answers: Checkbox answers now appear as a list, reflecting their intended format. Onboard Integration Tab: “Export to Onboard” is now available on the integrations tab of the new application page. Onboard Express: Rolled out Onboard Express on the new applications page. Advanced Reporting (Beta): Released a revamped reports architecture, starting with the Placements Advanced Report. SEEK Multiposter now better pulls through job descriptions from :Recruit, requiring little to no edits. Candidate Page Performance: Improved caching for smoother access to the candidates page. Exciting Update: Enhanced Referoo Integration! We’ve enhanced our Referoo integration, making it even more streamlined and user-friendly. Here’s what’s new: Introducing Packages for Checks: You can now select packages alongside individual questionnaires. This reduces steps when requesting multiple checks for a candidate, allowing you to gather all required information in one centralised process. Shareable, Read-Only Links: Effortlessly share candidate check details with non-Referoo users through a single, secure, read-only link. No login required, making collaboration simpler and more efficient. Start using these enhancements today and experience the difference! Partial Tag Matching: Tags can now be searched using partial and embedded matches, making tag management faster and more intuitive. Breadcrumb Navigation: Improved breadcrumb navigation to prevent long job or application names from wrapping onto multiple lines. Formatting Options: Restored the ability to format questions on the new applications page, such as adding line breaks. SEEK Ad Updates: Edits to SEEK ads in :Recruit now seamlessly pull through to SEEK. Activity Page Error: Fixed an issue causing the activities page to go blank when a user was not attached to an activity. Android Login: Resolved an issue where Android users couldn’t log in without a specific permission enabled. Attachment Previews: Addressed inconsistencies between scrolling through .PDF files versus .doc and .docx files. Duplicate Checkboxes: Corrected an error caused by selecting duplicate checkboxes. Email Body Cursor: Fixed an issue where hitting “Enter” in the email body moved the text cursor to the top. Smart Form Printing: Resolved an issue where printing a smart form caused it to cut off after a certain length. IP Login Lockouts: Fixed an issue where multiple failed login attempts on the same IP affected all users on that IP. Notepad Saving: Ensured notepad information no longer disappears when navigating away without saving. SMS Placeholders: Resolved issues with user-related placeholders not working in SMS. These updates reflect our ongoing commitment to improving your hiring process and ensuring a seamless user experience. If you have any questions or feedback, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. Stay tuned for more updates in the months ahead!
Effortlessly Attract Top Talent Across APAC with Enhanced SEEK Multiposter Features
We’re excited to announce major enhancements to the SEEK Multiposter tool in :Recruit. These updates make it easier than ever to create, customise, and post job ads across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. By tailoring your ads to local markets, saving time with seamless workflows, and ensuring your postings are polished and professional, you’ll be better equipped to attract top talent in competitive markets. Here’s what’s new: Localised Job Posting for APAC Markets You can now tailor your job ads to suit the specific requirements of different countries within the APAC region. Whether you’re targeting talent in Australia, New Zealand, or beyond, the enhanced SEEK Multiposter ensures your ads resonate with local candidates. Key localisation features include: Currency and Salary Types: Display salary information in the local currency and format to improve relevance and clarity for candidates. Precise Locations and Categories: Pinpoint suburb-level job locations and align your postings with country-specific job categories to enhance targeting. Preview Your Ads Before Publishing Get a real-time look at how your job ads will appear on both mobile and desktop platforms. This feature lets you identify and correct any errors before posting, ensuring your ads look professional and polished. Brand Identity Options Promote your organisation’s unique identity by choosing between multiple branding options for your job ads. Whether you’re representing a single brand or multiple, the tool empowers you to make the right impression. These upgrades are part of our ongoing commitment to making recruitment simple, effective, and stress-free for our clients. Ready to elevate your job postings? Log in to Scout Talent’s :Recruit platform today and experience the enhanced SEEK Multiposter features firsthand! Not a current :Recruit subscriber? Get in touch today to learn more about our comprehensive talent acquisition platform.
Introducing ViewJobs: Your Partner in Regional Recruitment
We’re thrilled to announce Scout Talent’s latest integration with ViewJobs, a job platform dedicated to bridging gaps in the regional job market. When you use the ViewJobs integration in :Recruit, you’ll gain access to innovative features designed to connect you with the right talent while showcasing the unique lifestyle benefits your region offers. The ViewJobs
